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Germany is a massive country in more ways than one. Sure it’s not quite as big as Australia or the United States in terms of land mass but it’s still up there for things to do. You see Germany has a long history. Even though the land may not always have been called Germany, many of the towns, cities and regions have existed in their own right for a thousand years and longer. So if you plan to vacation in Germany, you won’t be spoiled for things to do.

One thing that is well worth a visit is the Munich beer festival. Let me say, that’s a fine idea as it is one of the truly unique events you might have the pleasure of partaking in. Sure, other countries have adopted the idea of having an October beer festival but nothing beats the one and only original in Munich.

You will meet many German people there in extremely good form. Hmm..let me pnder that one ? I’d suggest it’s the huge quantity of beer that is drunk in no time at all. With this said it’s more about the way it is consumed than anything else.

You have to pay to get into the festival grounds which consists of many large halls and tents. There seems to be three important parts of each hall or tent. The first is a never ending, conveyor belt of beers, the second is rustic music from a lederhosen clad band and the third is many large tables with benches. The table and benches where you drink beer make people sit together and help to break the ice with strangers. In my experience, you are only a few drinks away from making some buddies. And due to the world famous nature of the festival you will meet many people from all over the world but mainly Europe.

The event is so popular that you have to get to the hall or tent that takes your fancy early on. If you are not well ensconced by about 10 am you may find it hard to get a place. After that it’s some serious drinking with a bit a scran thrown into the mix. The best food with beer has to be sausages – ordinary or white sausages (cheese) are really good. Ok, it’s not a five star meal but it certainly complements the beer. You can also get staples of German cuisine like pretzels and sauerkraut.

The are some great sights and must do things in Germany, festivals are particularly popular in Germany and the number one festival is in Munich. It’s known as the Munich Oktoberfest but actually starts late in September and runs through to early October. If you are fortunate to be in Munich around that time you really need to mark a day of beer drinking and general celebration on your calender. Oh and there’s plenty else to do in Munich after you’ve had your fill.

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